Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 9.2% ▼ 8% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 34 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,089 (27%) |
| Some College | 488 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 885 (21.9%) |
| Bachelors | 419 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,119 (27.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,678 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $263,045 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $891/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,250 |
| Vacant Units | 684 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Rio Blanco County is located in Colorado and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,410 residents. With a median age of 39, it is a middle-aged county.
Rio Blanco County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $72,678 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 9.2% is near the national average.
Housing in Rio Blanco County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $263,045 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $890. Homeownership rates are high at 77.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Rio Blanco County are primarily White (83.17%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Rio Blanco County, CO is a solidly middle-class area in Colorado. The 2 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.